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How a Navy sailor fell off his ship, played dumb — and became a Vietnam POW hero

South Dakota native Doug Hegdahl was serving with the Navy during the Vietnam War when he fell into the waters of the South China Sea – soon becoming the youngest, lowest-ranking POW at the infamous Hanoi Hilton. As a new book details how Hegdahl played dumb to his captors –…

The Independent UK

‘I’ve seen winters change’: Olympic champion Jessie Diggins refuses to shut up and ski

The two-time cross-country World Cup champion is widely considered the best Nordic skier in US history. This year she has bigger goals

The Guardian - US

Russia, Ukraine swap 206 prisoners in exchange deal, Zelensky says

Russia and Ukraine successfully exchanged 103 prisoners of war each on Saturday in a deal brokered by the United Arab Emirates. Despite ongoing hostilities, the two nations have managed several POW swaps throughout the conflict, with this latest exchange following a similar deal made just three weeks ago.

France 24

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Evening Standard

Ukraine war briefing: Russian PoWs from Kursk ‘abandoned by our command’

Russian attacks kill boy, 14, and cause chlorine emergency; situation ‘difficult’ in Donetsk, says Zelenskiy, as Russia claims capture of Niu-York. What we know on day 910

The Guardian - AU

Russian POWs Recount Capture As Ukraine Hopes For Quick Prisoner Swap

Some are wounded, most are very young and all want to go home. The young man, who wore checked trousers and plastic slippers, said his hope was "to be exchanged and go back home -- back home to my family".

International Business Times

Friendship as former foes honour Cowra Breakout fallen

From conflict to reconciliation and now friendship, Australians and Japanese will together to honour hundreds of soldiers killed in a PoW breakout 80 years ago.

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Takeaways from an investigation into deaths of over 50 Ukrainian POWs in a barracks 2 years ago

Former Ukrainian prisoners of war who survived the explosions two years ago in the Russian-held barracks at Olenivka still puzzle over the strange events leading up to that night

The Independent UK

An explosion killed over 50 Ukrainian POWs in 2022. Survivors and an internal UN report blame Russia

Former Ukrainian prisoners of war who survived the explosions two years ago in the Russian-held barracks at Olenivka still puzzle over the strange events leading up to that night

The Independent UK

Understanding Proof Of Stake In Cryptocurrency

Learn about Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism in blockchain networks and how it improves upon Proof of Work (PoW) systems. Explore staking opportuni...

Top News

Prisoners of war were given a warm welcome in Bletchley

Letters: June Williamson recalls the efforts by members of her parish church to befriend German PoWs at Little Brickhill

The Guardian - UK

Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks

As the urgency of climate change ramps up, focus is increasing on digital currencies to address their environmental impact.

The Conversation

The 32 greatest Brad Pitt movies

The superstar actor turned powerhouse producer taught us all the rules of Fight Club

Total Film

Russian prisoners get to make phone calls home. Ukrainians don’t

For hundreds of Russian soldiers taken prisoner, phone calls home can offer a bit of comfort and hope

The Independent UK

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English Nazi collaborators may have aided recapture of ‘great escape’ PoWs

Document discovered by National Archives shows claim made after the war by recaptured RAF officer, but historians are sceptical

Evening Standard

Best frozen meals to fill your freezer with tasty and easy to heat classics

Healthy eating doesn’t have to fall by the wayside when you’re busy. Enter balanced freezer heroes for rainy days and beyond

WhatToWatch

Masters of the Air ending explained: episode 9 recap

In Masters of the Air episode 9 we see Buck make a break for freedom as the Third Reich falls

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Will Ethereum Follow Bitcoin to New Record Highs?

Ethereum is the second-leading cryptocurrency. While Bitcoin is the undisputed asset class leader, with 52.3% of the total market cap, Ethereum has 17.5%, and its market cap is over four and a half times higher than Tether, the third top crypto. Ethereum reached a bottom in June 2022 and has…

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Masters of the Air episode 7 recap: 'Until the job is done'

Masters of the Air episode 7 paints a vivid picture of life at Stalag Luft III

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Major John 'Bucky' Egan Reunites With Missing Friend In POW Camp

Experience the gripping tale of Major Egan and Major Clevan's friendship tested in WWII captivity in 'Masters of the Air.'

The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 708

Heavy Ukrainian missile strikes hit military targets in Crimea; Russia and Ukraine make PoW exchange

Evening Standard

Ukraine says there's no evidence for Russia's claim dozens of PoWs died in plane crash

Russia claims 74 people including 65 Ukrainian PoWs died after Kyiv forces brought down the aircraft

Evening Standard

Vladimir Putin: Kyiv downed Ukrainian POW plane killing all 74 people on board

In his first comments, the Russian leader said details of a probe would be made public in days

The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 702

Ukraine claims Russian list of PoWs on board crashed military plane has discrepancies; Moscow court jails ultra-nationalist Igor Girkin

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s the time you’re meant to be with your family’: the continuing plight of Ukrainian PoWs

Families desperate for news of loved ones held by Russia know the longer they are there the harder their recovery will be

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